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Fashion Network
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Fashion Network
Après an AMI fashion moment, le déluge
Just when you thought you were about to expire for the lack of a dramatic shows in the current European runway season, along comes Alexandre Mattiussi, and the gods of light and rain, to provide a proper fashion moment. See catwalk Alexandre's location could not have been bettered. One of Paris's greatest roundabouts, the Place des Victoires, centered around a massive bronze equestrian statue of Louis XIV in all his glory. Underlining his growing reputation, and CEO Nicolas Santi-Weil's powers of persuasion, city hall let AMI close off the square for the day. Allowing Mattiussi to set up two wide circles of wooden school chairs for guests, while hundreds of fans gathered at windows in 18th century townhouses overlooking the show. A perfect setting provided the weather was inclement, which it was, just. Drops of rain speckled shirts and blouses even as the show began. The models circling the statues in tighter circles, before finally gathering at the base of the statue. It's a beautiful square, once graced by flagship stores for the likes of Mugler, Kenzo and Boss, where AMI now has its showroom and design studios. Mattiussi may not have the theatrics of certain designers, nor the draping skills of others, but what he does is a brilliant instinct for Parisian chic. Every single look in this co-ed show had pep and élan, in a first-rate fashion display. See catwalk Adding to the magic, Maurice Ravel's "Boléro" boomed out, in a particularly charged version from the Brussels Philharmonic. As the show opened with some great satin redingotes, jaunty blazers and crisp flared pants for women. While for guys, one got frilly checked shirts, suede second-skin overshirts or oversized artists smocks. Very savvily, Mattiussi conjured up a whole new cocktail dress with a mega side buckle matching the material, whether pale gray suede or faded gold. His skirts were wide and to the knee, sweaters were forgiving, but everything whispered cool, debonair and French. The mood was upbeat, even before the show, as the crowd applauded in hundreds of students to the standing section wearing black T-shirts reading Place des Victoires. The Sun King looking down benevolently, even as the sky grew darker and then black, as the cast stuck close to the statue. A huge burst of applause greeting Alexandre as he trotted around the square for his bow. Exiting just as an evil wind from the west, the sort one gets Paris late evenings in June, announced a thunderstorm. And the heavens opened in a torrential downpour. The audience scattering out of the show. Talk about a veritable deluge. Old Louis must have got a kick. See catwalk Talk about lucky timing. The gods of light and rain didn't so much bless Alexandre Mattiussi, as grab him in a loving embrace. Couldn't happen to a nicer guy.
Fashion Network
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Fashion Network
Après an AMI fashion moment, le déluge
Just when you thought you were about to expire for the lack of a dramatic shows in the current European runway season, along comes Alexandre Mattiussi, and the gods of light and rain, to provide a proper fashion moment. See catwalk Alexandre's location could not have been bettered. One of Paris's greatest roundabouts, the Place des Victoires, centered around a massive bronze equestrian statue of Louis XIV in all his glory. Underlining his growing reputation, and CEO Nicolas Santi-Weil's powers of persuasion, city hall let AMI close off the square for the day. Allowing Mattiussi to set up two wide circles of wooden school chairs for guests, while hundreds of fans gathered at windows in 18th century townhouses overlooking the show. A perfect setting provided the weather was inclement, which it was, just. Drops of rain speckled shirts and blouses even as the show began. The models circling the statues in tighter circles, before finally gathering at the base of the statue. It's a beautiful square, once graced by flagship stores for the likes of Mugler, Kenzo and Boss, where AMI now has its showroom and design studios. Mattiussi may not have the theatrics of certain designers, nor the draping skills of others, but what he does is a brilliant instinct for Parisian chic. Every single look in this co-ed show had pep and élan, in a first-rate fashion display. See catwalk Adding to the magic, Maurice Ravel's "Boléro" boomed out, in a particularly charged version from the Brussels Philharmonic. As the show opened with some great satin redingotes, jaunty blazers and crisp flared pants for women. While for guys, one got frilly checked shirts, suede second-skin overshirts or oversized artists smocks. Very savvily, Mattiussi conjured up a whole new cocktail dress with a mega side buckle matching the material, whether pale gray suede or faded gold. His skirts were wide and to the knee, sweaters were forgiving, but everything whispered cool, debonair and French. The mood was upbeat, even before the show, as the crowd applauded in hundreds of students to the standing section wearing black T-shirts reading Place des Victoires. The Sun King looking down benevolently, even as the sky grew darker and then black, as the cast stuck close to the statue. A huge burst of applause greeting Alexandre as he trotted around the square for his bow. Exiting just as an evil wind from the west, the sort one gets Paris late evenings in June, announced a thunderstorm. And the heavens opened in a torrential downpour. The audience scattering out of the show. Talk about a veritable deluge. Old Louis must have got a kick. See catwalk Talk about lucky timing. The gods of light and rain didn't so much bless Alexandre Mattiussi, as grab him in a loving embrace. Couldn't happen to a nicer guy.
Fashion Network
26-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Fashion Network
Après an AMI fashion moment, le déluge
Just when you thought you were about to expire for the lack of a dramatic shows in the current European runway season, along comes Alexandre Mattiussi, and the gods of light and rain, to provide a proper fashion moment. See catwalk Alexandre's location could not have been bettered. One of Paris's greatest roundabouts, the Place des Victoires, centered around a massive bronze equestrian statue of Louis XIV in all his glory. Underlining his growing reputation, and CEO Nicolas Santi-Weil's powers of persuasion, city hall let AMI close off the square for the day. Allowing Mattiussi to set up two wide circles of wooden school chairs for guests, while hundreds of fans gathered at windows in 18th century townhouses overlooking the show. A perfect setting provided the weather was inclement, which it was, just. Drops of rain speckled shirts and blouses even as the show began. The models circling the statues in tighter circles, before finally gathering at the base of the statue. It's a beautiful square, once graced by flagship stores for the likes of Mugler, Kenzo and Boss, where AMI now has its showroom and design studios. Mattiussi may not have the theatrics of certain designers, nor the draping skills of others, but what he does is a brilliant instinct for Parisian chic. Every single look in this co-ed show had pep and élan, in a first-rate fashion display. See catwalk Adding to the magic, Maurice Ravel's "Boléro" boomed out, in a particularly charged version from the Brussels Philharmonic. As the show opened with some great satin redingotes, jaunty blazers and crisp flared pants for women. While for guys, one got frilly checked shirts, suede second-skin overshirts or oversized artists smocks. Very savvily, Mattiussi conjured up a whole new cocktail dress with a mega side buckle matching the material, whether pale gray suede or faded gold. His skirts were wide and to the knee, sweaters were forgiving, but everything whispered cool, debonair and French. The mood was upbeat, even before the show, as the crowd applauded in hundreds of students to the standing section wearing black T-shirts reading Place des Victoires. The Sun King looking down benevolently, even as the sky grew darker and then black, as the cast stuck close to the statue. A huge burst of applause greeting Alexandre as he trotted around the square for his bow. Exiting just as an evil wind from the west, the sort one gets Paris late evenings in June, announced a thunderstorm. And the heavens opened in a torrential downpour. The audience scattering out of the show. Talk about a veritable deluge. Old Louis must have got a kick. See catwalk Talk about lucky timing. The gods of light and rain didn't so much bless Alexandre Mattiussi, as grab him in a loving embrace. Couldn't happen to a nicer guy.
Qatar Tribune
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Qatar Tribune
QPO set to celebrate French composers at Katara concert
Tribune News Network Doha The Qatar Philharmonic Orchestra (QPO) will pay tribute to the rich legacy of French classical music in a captivating performance on Monday, May 12, at 7:30 pm at the Katara Opera House. The concert, conducted by the distinguished Elias Grandy, will present a programme that journeys through evocative soundscapes, fairy-tale imagination and rhythmic brilliance. The evening opens with Georges Bizet's L'Arlésienne Suite No. 2, a vibrant selection drawn from his incidental music for Alphonse Daudet's 1872 play L'Arlésienne. Although the play closed after only 21 performances, Bizet's music gained lasting popularity. The suite, especially the spirited 'Farandole', showcases Bizet's gift for melody and his deft use of polyphonic textures, illustrating the emotional turmoil of a young man caught between love and betrayal. Next, the Philharmonic will perform Paul Dukas' The Sorcerer's Apprentice, a symphonic scherzo inspired by Goethe's 1797 poem. The work, premiered in Paris in 1897 under Dukas' own direction, narrates the comical and chaotic adventure of a young apprentice who unwittingly unleashes a magical disaster. This piece gained global fame after being featured in Walt Disney's 1940 film 'Fantasia', and remains a favourite for its dramatic tension and playful orchestration. After the intermission, audiences will be transported into a world of fairy tales with Maurice Ravel's Mother Goose Suite (Ma mère l'Oye). Originally composed as a set of piano duets for children in 1910 and later orchestrated, the suite draws inspiration from classic stories including Sleeping Beauty, Tom Thumb, and Beauty and the Beast. With delicate textures and imaginative instrumentation, Ravel's music paints a whimsical and enchanting soundscape that appeals to both children and adults alike. The concert will culminate in Ravel's Boléro, one of the most recognisable and hypnotic compositions of the 20th century. Characterised by its persistent rhythm and gradual crescendo, Boléro builds a powerful sense of anticipation that ultimately erupts in a triumphant finale. Originally composed as a ballet in 1928, it has since become a staple of orchestral repertoire and a testament to Ravel's ingenuity. With its thoughtfully curated programme and masterful performances, this Qatar Philharmonic concert promises an unforgettable evening that celebrates the timeless beauty and storytelling power of French music.
Yahoo
27-03-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Fear and Gibson eye worlds breakthrough as Chock and Bates chase ice dance history
Lilah Fear and Lewis Gibson won bronze at the European championships in January. Photograph: John Walton/PA More than four decades have come and gone since Jayne Torvill and Christopher Dean enamoured the world with their epochal Boléro routine at the 1984 Winter Olympics, collecting a slew of perfect 6.0s from the judges and a permanent place in British sporting lore. Their names remain shorthand for excellence in figure skating – especially in the UK, where the sport has long since faded from the spotlight. This week in Boston, however, another British ice dance duo are quietly building on a legacy of their own. When Lilah Fear and Lewis Gibson take the TD Garden ice for the rhythm dance on Friday afternoon, they will do so as genuine medal contenders. After finishing fourth at the last two world championships, the pair arrive in Massachusetts in form: winners of both their Grand Prix assignments, bronze medallists at the Grand Prix final, and holders of seven national titles – the same number Torvill and Dean hauled in during their glittering career. Advertisement Related: 'Frozen in time': figure skating world unites in grief and tribute at Boston world championships Fear and Gibson are the highest-profile British ice dancers in a generation and, while the comparisons with their predecessors are inevitable, they have long since carved out a style and trajectory that is unmistakably their own. 'It's a huge honour, I think, to be even in that sentence,' Fear told Sky Sports last month. 'It's crazy for us – especially given Lewis's start to the sport was watching Torvill and Dean on Dancing on Ice. Just the legacy they've had in Great Britain and in ice dance, it's lasting to this day. It's extremely kind to be in that sentence and it's something that we don't take lightly.' The comparison is not lost on Gibson either. 'The impact that they had on the sport and in British history, just getting people engaged with figure skating and ice skating back then – we really want that for the UK again,' he said. 'And if we can make that happen, that is a success in itself.' Advertisement That connection could grow stronger if they reach the podium in Boston – something no British team has done at a world championships or an Olympics since Torvill and Dean returned to win bronze at the 1994 Lillehammer Games. For Fear and Gibson, who train at the Ice Academy of Montreal alongside many of their top rivals, the final step is consistency. Their bronze medal at January's European championships marked their third straight podium finish at the event – but also came with a tinge of disappointment. They now expect, and demand, more. Schedule All times EST. Wed 26 Mar • Women's Short, 12.05pm (Peacock) Advertisement • Women's Short, 3pm (USA Network) • Remembrance Ceremony, 6.15pm (Peacock) • Pairs' Short, 6.45pm (Peacock) Thu 27 Mar • Men's Short, 11.05am (Peacock) • Men's Short, 3pm (USA Network) • Pairs' Free, 6.15pm (Peacock) • Pairs' Free, 8pm (USA Network) Fri 28 Mar • Rhythm Dance, 11.15am (Peacock) • Rhythm Dance, 3pm (USA Network) • Women's Free, 6pm (Peacock) • Women's Free, 8pm (NBC/Peacock) Sat 29 Mar • Free Dance, 1.30pm (Peacock) • Free Dance, 3pm (USA Network) • Men's Free, 6pm (Peacock) • Men's Free, 8pm (NBC/Peacock) Sun 30 Mar • Exhibition Gala, 2pm (Peacock) How to watch outside the US United Kingdom As of last year, Premier Sports holds the broadcasting rights for the World Figure Skating Championships in the UK, with coverage extending until 2028. To watch the championships, you'll need a subscription to Premier Sports, which offers live coverage of the events. You can subscribe through their official website or via certain TV providers that include Premier Sports in their packages. Advertisement Australia SBS provides live and free coverage of the World Figure Skating Championships in Australia through SBS On Demand. Their free dance to a string of Beyoncé hits has been one of the biggest crowd-pleasers on this circuit this season and will be given an industrial-grade tableau on Saturday, when the 17,850-seat arena is expected to be at near capacity with the biggest turnout of the week. Standing in their way are the three teams who shared last year's world podium and have dominated the discipline for the past two seasons. Madison Chock and Evan Bates of the United States, partners on the ice from 2011 and married since last year, are seeking to become the first team in 28 years to win three consecutive world titles. The six-time US champions first won medals at the world championships in 2016 and their innovative, genre-bending programmes this season – taking in everything from Jive Bunny to the Bee Gees to Miles Davis – have once again made them favourites. Advertisement But Canada's Piper Gilles and Paul Poirier, silver medallists in Montreal a year ago, have shown they are more than capable of toppling them. The Canadians won the free dance at last year's worlds and edged out Chock and Bates at Four Continents in February by just half a point. A mistake in the Grand Prix final cost them a higher placement, but their momentum appears to be returning at just the right time. Italy's Charlène Guignard and Marco Fabbri, meanwhile, are the most experienced pair in the 36-team field, making their 13th world championship appearance. The reigning European champions and Grand Prix final runners-up are seeking their third straight world medal as they build toward a home Olympics in Milan in 11 months. All three teams – Chock and Bates, Gilles and Poirier, and Guignard and Fabbri – also competed at the 2016 worlds in Boston, when Chock and Bates won bronze. Now, they return as the clear frontrunners but, in a discipline known for infinitesimal margins, the door remains open. Behind them, a new generation is pressing upward. Canada's Marjorie Lajoie and Zachary Lagha finished just outside the medals at the Grand Prix final and Four Continents. From the US, Christina Carreira and Anthony Ponomarenko are hoping to make an impact on home ice. France's Evgeniia Lopareva and Geoffrey Brissaud, Finland's Juulia Turkkila and Matthias Versluis, and Spain's Olivia Smart and Tim Dieck all arrive in strong form after the European season. For now, though, all eyes will be on the battle at the top. And on whether Fear and Gibson can finally deliver the result that has been just out of reach. 'It's exciting, and it's pressure,' Fear said. 'But this is what we've worked for.'
